Overview
- Federal and state leaders launched the partnership at the Oklahoma State Capitol with a goal of a foster home‑to‑child ratio greater than 1:1.
- Oklahoma Human Services reports 5,800 children in foster care statewide and is seeking about 400 additional foster homes.
- The Administration for Children and Families cites a national shortage with only 57 licensed foster homes for every 100 children entering care.
- Oklahoma was selected after sustained child‑welfare gains, including reduced entries into care, strong kinship placements, and its 2025 exit from the Pinnacle Plan.
- Recruitment will rely on churches, schools, and community groups, with detailed implementation plans still to be released.